Job Huntress.

Ok, so maybe this isn't what my job hunt looks like, but I can use my imagination. Imagine that skull is the amazing job you are going to get. It never stood a chance, right? But how did you go about beheading it and making it your own? Here are some thoughts:

• Who is the connector in your group? Who knows everyone? Buy them a (happy hour) drink and pick their brain. Ask them to introduce you to people who work in fields that interest you. I think it's called networking, but that is for losers. You're a winner.
• Make a HUGE list of every company you like. Which brands are you loyal to? Who are their competitors? Where do your friends work? Can you have them bring you to work for a day to see if you like their job? Make this list LONG and detailed. 
• What are your hobbies? I like to cook so I have been trying to figure out whether or not culinary school is a good option for me. I also like eye shadow, so maybe that could be a job for me? Get my point? You don't have to stick to what you were doing. Maybe you'll take a pay cut. Maybe you'll also be happier.
• Update all of your profiles. Make your LinkedIn profile robust and detailed. Make your facebook and myspace profiles private. When you had a job it didn't matter as much if your boss saw something embarrassing. You don't likely want to be considered for a job based on your ability to write a witty status update. Know what I'm sayin?

I will get into some more detail about these things later, these are just some ideas to start kicking around. I think the most important thing here is, don't look for a job for 8 hours a day the first week you're unemployed. That will make you sad and may lead to feelings of hopelessness which is the opposite of chic.